Biden, citing national security concerns, blocks sale of U.S. Steel to Nippon
In a statement, President Biden said a deal would have imperiled U.S. supply chains. Critics say the move could backfire, weakening a domestic steelmaker.
Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad was cruel to those he leaned on the most for support
When Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad fled the country, members of his own minority sect say he left them impoverished and stained with his legacy.
Portland's 'frog taxi' offers a life-saving lift to a struggling species
Each winter, Portland volunteers "taxi" Northern red-legged frogs to and from their egg-spawning ground. The service protects them from becoming roadkill on a highway.
What comes next for Syria after the Assad regime
NPR's Leila Fadel, Jane Arraf, and Ruth Sherlock share their reporting from Syria more than a week after the fall of the Assad regime.
Disney's 'Moana' puts a spotlight on ancient Pacific tradition of wayfinding
Wayfinding, the art of sea navigation without modern tools, takes center stage in Disney's "Moana" films. NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to an expert about wayfinding and its cultural significance.
An FDA decision could come soon on whether to ban Red No. 3
The Food and Drug Administration is considering banning the food dye known as Red No. 3. It's used in candy, snacks and soda. An FDA spokesman says a decision could come "soon".
The dangers and health risks associated with black plastic
New research suggests that black plastic is associated with health risks. Researchers found toxic flame retardants in many black plastic household goods.
There is still much to know about drone sightings on the East Coast
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Stacie Pettyjohn of the Center for a New American Security, about why the federal government hasn't provided more details about drones spotted over some East Coast states.
Legendary tabla virtuoso who defied genres dies at 73
Indian tabla player Zakir Hussain died on Sunday. He united musicians from diverse cultures and shaped modern world music.
Hispanic evangelical leader looks ahead to the incoming Trump administration
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with pastor Samuel Rodriguez about President-elect Donald Trump's immigration policy.
People who rely on birth control to manage health conditions worry about access
People who rely on birth control to deal with other health conditions are particularly worried about how misinformation about the drugs has entered the political sphere.
Is the chief issue over Nippon-U.S. Steel proposed deal, security or politics?
President Biden is expected to block Nippon Steel's proposed acquisition of U.S. Steel, citing national security reasons. NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with David Wessel of the Brookings Institution.